Cultivation: I have an equipment slot

Chapter 145 Improved, the Swift Travel Talisman!!

Seeing the frustrated expression on Zhang Yan's face, Elder Huo was at a loss for words.

Modifying and optimizing talismans is inherently extremely difficult. If optimizing a talisman can increase its effectiveness by 5%, then it is considered a success.

If we could increase the effectiveness by 10%, it would directly trigger a wave of reforms. But what about now?
After Zhang Yan modified the talisman, it could actually double!
Damn it, double it!

If this reform method were to be released, all future Swift Step Talismans would have to be under the Zhang family name.

If he were to go even further, he could use secret methods to seal the talismans, preventing others from seeing how they were drawn. In that case, Zhang Yan could make a fortune simply by relying on the Swiftness Talisman.

Even so, Zhang Yan was still dissatisfied, complaining that the talisman's effect was not significantly enhanced.

It should be noted that the Swiftness Talisman is only a low-grade talisman, but after Zhang Yan's modifications, it is now almost as effective as the high-grade Lightness Talisman.

He was still not satisfied.

Do I have to modify a low-grade talisman into a second-tier talisman to be satisfied?

But that's simply impossible!

Although he didn't believe it, Elder Huo didn't say it aloud.

joke.

He learned from his mistakes, okay?
He could no longer understand what Zhang Yan was doing.

If you can't understand it, then just shut your mouth, don't say anything, and be an honest bystander. If the other party fails, you can comfort them; if they succeed, then you are a witness to a miracle.

Mocking others?

That's something only an idiot would do!
“I plan to optimize this area as well, but this area is the core inscription of the Swiftness Talisman. If I modify it, will it still be the Swiftness Talisman?” Zhang Yan took out a Swiftness Talisman, pointed to an inscription with the Myriad Talisman Brush, and said to Elder Huo.

Looking at his Wanfu Brush.

Elder Huo hesitated for a moment, then said, "You don't care if it's a speed talisman or not. Just change it according to your own ideas. As long as the effect is sufficient, what does it matter what it's called?"
"As long as it works well, no one will object to you calling him Zhang Yanfu."

Elder Huo stared at his Myriad Talisman Brush and spoke solemnly, saying that he was speaking from the heart.

There was absolutely no selfish motive involved!

"Elder Huo is right, but I have one last question: what method should be used for this core?"

I've tried all the methods available on the market, but none of them worked.

Zhang Yan sounded troubled, while Elder Huo felt a pang of sadness upon hearing this, as they had already tried all the methods available on the market.

This means that this guy has even mastered the drawing techniques.

How long does it take!
evildoer.

He's an absolute monster.

I used to think Zhang Yan was quite talented, especially when I saw him drawing talismans, which looked almost exactly like me.

At the time, I thought I was looking in a mirror.

The results appear now.

Do I deserve it?

However, despite my feelings of regret, in reality, as things stand now...

Elder Huo's skill level is somewhat higher than Zhang Yan's.

After all, he had spent his whole life studying talismans, even if Zhang Yan was standing on his shoulders and had the help of a cheat code.

It won't be easy to surpass him in a short period of time.

After all, the only purpose of the equipment slot is to allow him to continue developing, just like Elder Huo, by integrating the experience of more people.

This is not an easy task.

The experience of ordinary people is not of much use.

It would require more experience from top-tier talisman makers, and top-tier talisman makers are already few and far between. Zhang Yan also needs to obtain the other party's spiritual weapon, which makes it even more difficult, to say the least, impossible.

This is why Zhang Yan consulted him.

Zhang Yan is now essentially a designer who has already designed the inscriptions on the talisman.

However, he couldn't implement it in practice.

It requires a skilled bricklayer like Elder Huo, because a true bricklayer certainly knows better than a designer how to build a wall.

Elder Huo lived up to his reputation as an elder of Wanfu Peak. After understanding Zhang Yan's thoughts, he quickly found a suitable method.

"You can try this: use two techniques to draw at the same time."

Elder Huo patiently spoke to Zhang Yan, saying, "Although you have good talent, you are too rigid. Every word and action you take is based on the initial explanation of the talismans I gave you. Although this has allowed you to quickly get started, you are too much like a craftsman and lack your own spiritual energy."

Elder Huo quickly discovered Zhang Yan's problem.

He learns very quickly.

However, it lacks a certain flair and flexibility.

This is not a good thing.

If this continues, Zhang Yan may become a talisman master, but he will not be able to become a talisman grandmaster.

The difference is quite significant.

"Elder Huo is right, but I think we should complete this Swiftness Talisman first." Zhang Yan nodded slightly; he didn't value talismans that much.

He came here to learn talismans.

It was entirely because he wanted to draw magical talismans for Qingluan; otherwise, he would have no way to go to the desolate battlefield.

"What you said... isn't wrong." Elder Huo looked at the talisman in his hand, swallowed his words, and a self-deprecating expression appeared on his face.

What right does he have to criticize Zhang Yan?

Although Zhang Yan's talisman drawing style is somewhat rigid, at least he has a high success rate and learns quickly. Most importantly, he claims that others lack spirituality.

But they've already found the flaws in the talisman.

And he...

He falsely claims to be a master of talismans.

In reality, they're not even as good as the other side!
"We should do more and talk less." Elder Huo realized that he shouldn't say too much in front of Zhang Yan, otherwise Zhang Yan would easily use him as material for showing off.

……

have to say.

Older gingers are more spicy.

After Elder Huo provided some ideas, Zhang Yan felt as if he had opened the door to a new world.

He began experimenting with various techniques for drawing talismans.

And so, another month passed.

Apart from casting the Watery World spell on Qingluan, Zhang Yan hardly left the secluded cultivation room.

He had been studying this speed-enhancing spell.

"finally!
"Done!" Zhang Yan looked at the brand-new Swiftness Talisman in his hand and a smile appeared on his face.

He spent more than three months studying this talisman.

It's finally finished!
"Great, great, it's finally finished!"

Seeing the Swiftness Talisman in Zhang Yan's hand, Elder Huo's face also showed satisfaction. For the past month or so, he had been in seclusion with Zhang Yan.

As a talisman maker.

The opportunity to participate in the optimization and innovation of a talisman is a huge temptation for them.

It is also an honor.

Now, Zhang Yan's talisman is finally complete.

"Let's go and test its effectiveness," Elder Huo said to Zhang Yan.

"Okay, I hope it will meet expectations!"

Zhang Yan also took a deep breath, then took the talisman and followed Elder Huo out of the secluded cultivation room.

"Young Master, you've emerged from seclusion." Liu Yiting, wearing a new Taoist robe, gracefully approached Zhang Yan as he stepped out of his seclusion chamber, ready to help him bathe and change.

"Wait a minute, I want to try the talisman."

Zhang Yan waved his hand, telling Liu Yiting to wait, and then led Elder Huo to the outside of Wood Spirit Peak.

Just walked out.

I saw several apprentices working in the spirit field.

"You two come here."

Zhang Yan casually beckoned, and the two apprentices immediately came running over.

"Greetings, Elder, Senior Brother Zhang." The two apprentices hurriedly greeted Zhang Yan and the others.

"Well, I made a new Swiftness Talisman here. Can you guys test it out for me and let me see how much faster it is than before?" Zhang Yan said, taking out two Swiftness Talismans.

One is a regular Swiftness Talisman.

The other one is a modified Swiftness Talisman. "Yes!"

The two looked at each other, and then each took a speed talisman.

Without hesitation, he stuck it to his body.

Zhang Yan then instructed them to activate their speed-traveling talismans.

The two of them immediately ran off like wild horses.

One of them was significantly faster than the other.

It could be more than double.

At the very beginning, a huge gap was easily created.

"After you revised your Swiftness Talisman, its effect is so much stronger!" Elder Huo exclaimed.

The Swiftness Talisman is just a basic talisman.

However, it is one of the essential talismans for low-level cultivators.

After all, many cultivators in the Qi Refining stage do not have enough spirit stones to buy flying swords and mounts.

Therefore, the Swiftness Talisman becomes an indispensable item.

Besides getting on the road.

It's also very useful when escaping.

Therefore, Zhang Yan's Swift Travel Talisman is practically a blessing for low-level cultivators.

"Master Zhang, this Swift Travel Talisman can no longer be called a Swift Travel Talisman. It's much faster than the Swift Travel Talisman. You can give it a new name." Elder Huo said to Zhang Yan with admiration, "Your talisman is simply too perfect. It has low requirements for talisman paper and spirit ink, but it's fast. It can be said to completely surpass the Swift Travel Talisman."

"In the future, the Swiftness Talisman will probably be phased out."

Elder Huo spoke to Zhang Yan.

"That's not necessarily the case."

Faced with Elder Huo's praise, Zhang Yan remained very calm. He said seriously, "The spiritual energy that a talisman can hold is limited, so even the most perfect talisman cannot have all the advantages."

"Um?

Zhang Zhen's explanation is correct, so what are the flaws in this talisman? Did you see them?

Elder Huo stroked his beard, indicating his agreement with Zhang Yan's words.

"Time," Zhang Yan said without hesitation, "Although my talisman is faster, its duration is shorter."

It lasts about one-third shorter than a normal Swiftness Scroll.

Zhang Yan watched the two people testing the Swiftness Talisman.

After they finished testing, Zhang Yan slowly spoke.

"Zhang Zhenchuan laughed. Although your talisman has a shorter duration, it is faster, and the total distance it covers exceeds that of the initial Swiftness Talisman."

That's already quite impressive.

Just as you said, the spiritual energy contained in a talisman or spirit ink is ultimately limited; it's impossible to achieve perfection.

"really."

Zhang Yan nodded.

They acknowledged what the other person said.

He called the two apprentices over and gave them some spirit stones.

Tell them not to tell anyone about it.

The two apprentices immediately laughed, then left, thanking them profusely.

The spirit stones Zhang Yan casually gave them were enough for them to work hard for a month.

"Let's call this kind of talisman a 'Swift Travel Talisman'!"

Zhang Yan suddenly spoke to Elder Huo.

"A Swift Travel Talisman?"

Yes, this name is very suitable.

Elder Huo was taken aback for a moment, then nodded slightly.

"Then, Elder Huo, you can manage this talisman," Zhang Yan continued.

"Um?

"Leave it to me to run?"

Elder Huo didn't immediately understand Zhang Yan's meaning.

"Well, I'll leave the management to you. Doesn't Wanfu Peak have a sealing technique that can prevent the talisman inscriptions from being seen by others?"

If we entrust the design and operation to you, you should be able to earn a lot of spirit stones, right?

I'll only need to take 30% then.

Zhang Yan spoke to Elder Huo.

"Are you serious about what you're saying?"

After hearing Zhang Yan's words, Elder Huo's eyes widened, and he asked in disbelief.

“Of course, I keep my word,” Zhang Yan said without hesitation.

"Alright, it's a deal then. I'll thank Master Zhang on behalf of Wanfu Peak!" Elder Huo knew that they had gotten the better deal.

But this concerns the entire Wanfu Peak.

So he did not refuse.

joke.

Don't look down on such low-level talismans.

In fact, these low-level talismans are the most profitable.

Because the market demand is too great.

Especially the Divine Speed ​​Talisman modified by Zhang Yan.

It's estimated that every disciple of the Qingheng Sect will have one.

It might even be exported as far as the State of Zhao.

The profits here are even greater.

If this were for himself, Elder Huo might have been a little more assertive, after all, he was already this old.

There is no possibility of going any further.

However, this is a benefit for Wanfu Peak.

He couldn't refuse, after all, he had lived on Wanfu Peak for so long.

They had long considered Wanfu Peak as their own home.

Since others have already given him benefits, there's no way he could refuse them.

"However, Master Zhang, are you sure you only want 30%?" Elder Huo continued to ask.

“Thirty percent is enough. After all, I only provided the plan; everything else needs to be handled by you,” Zhang Yan said confidently.

In fact, 30% is already a lot.

"In that case, thank you very much for your teachings, Master Zhang!"

Upon hearing Zhang Yan's words, Elder Huo expressed his gratitude once again, while also sighing with emotion.

Zhang Yan originally came to him to learn from him.

But I don't know why.

He actually owed the other party more and more favors.

This is a bit abnormal!
……

"Oh, right, Elder Huo, your Myriad Talisman Brush." ​​Suddenly, something came to mind.

Zhang Yan took out Elder Huo's Myriad Talisman Brush: "The time has come, it's time to return it to its rightful owner."

"However, I accidentally went over a month's time. I hope Elder Huo won't be offended." Zhang Yan said, handing the Myriad Talisman Brush to Elder Huo.

"Haha, you're joking. You can use this Myriad Talisman Brush for as long as you want; I have no objection," Elder Huo said very seriously.

"No need, this was originally yours. I'm just borrowing this time, thank you very much." Zhang Yan shook his head.

Over the past few months.

He had almost finished reading all the entries in the Myriad Symbols Pen.

The next step is to try making magical talismans.

(End of this chapter)